Respiratory Therapist - Cardiopulmonary Rehab, Day Shift, Per Diem
About The Position
Island Health is hiring a per diem Respiratory Therapist for day-shift work in Anacortes, Washington. The role is 0.1 FTE and involves providing safe, high-quality respiratory care to patients of all ages across inpatient and emergency settings as part of a collaborative care team. The salary range is $36.65–$54.97 per hour. Differentials are $2.75 per hour for nights, $2.25 per hour for evenings, and $2.00 per hour for weekends. The Respiratory Therapist manages respiratory equipment and therapies, performs diagnostic testing, assesses and documents patients’ respiratory needs, and collaborates with physicians on treatment plans. The role also includes patient education, equipment maintenance, transport monitoring, home oxygen coordination, and accurate daily billing procedures using Meditech.
Requirements
- Current Washington State license to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from NBRC.
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
- Strong clinical judgment and communication skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care.
Responsibilities
- Set up and manage ventilators, non-invasive ventilation devices, oxygen delivery systems, and aerosol therapy.
- Perform diagnostic testing, including ECGs, pulmonary function testing, and arterial blood gas analysis.
- Initiate and document Respiratory Assessment Protocols, communicate findings, and collaborate with physicians on treatment plans.
- Provide airway clearance therapies, breathing exercises, and patient education.
- Inspect and maintain respiratory equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Participate in patient transport while monitoring respiratory status.
- Arrange and coordinate home oxygen services following hospital protocol.
- Complete daily billing and charging procedures accurately within Meditech.
Benefits
- Access to continuing education and professional growth opportunities.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for benefit-eligible roles.
- Differential pay for evenings, nights, and weekends.
- Recognition programs celebrating excellence in patient care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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